# Gargrave Church of England Voluntary Controlled Primary School — Skipton, United Kingdom

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## At a glance

- **Type:** Primary
- **Parent rating:** 4.8/5 from 3 published reviews
- **Principal:** Mrs Sarah Peel

## Contact

- **Address:** Neville Road, Gargrave
- **Phone:** 01756 749433
- **Website:** http://www.gargrave.n-yorks.sch.uk
- **SchoolBrowse profile:** https://schoolbrowse.com/gb/skipton/gargrave-church-of-england-voluntary-controlled-primary-school-8889

## About

Gargrave C of E Primary School is set at the heart of the village of Gargrave, attracting pupils from the immediate village but also from the surrounding areas of Broughton, East Marton, West Marton and further afield. We offer high standards of academic achievement; exciting and engaging lessons in small classes with an excellent teacher to pupil ratio and opportunities for our pupils to thrive in the arts, sports and through a wide range of extra-curricular activities.

## Official rankings

- **Ofsted (Behaviour and Attitudes):** Good — Sep 2021
- **Ofsted (Early Years Provision):** Good — Sep 2021
- **Ofsted (Leadership and Management):** Good — Sep 2021
- **Ofsted (Overall Effectiveness):** Good — Sep 2021
- **Ofsted (Personal Development):** Good — Sep 2021
- **Ofsted (Quality of Education):** Good — Sep 2021

## Recent parent reviews

- **5/5** — A School That Truly Cares: Gargrave Church of England Primary School is more than just a school - it's a community that genuinely cares about its children's well-being and academic growth. From the excellent teaching staff to the fantastic extracurricular activities, every aspect of the school is designed to help children flourish. We're so grateful to be a part of this school family! *(Jan 2023)*
- **5/5** — Excellent School Experience: Gargrave Church of England Primary School has exceeded our expectations. The teachers are passionate and enthusiastic, and the facilities are well-maintained. We particularly appreciate the emphasis on values such as love, peace, and hope, which are clearly reflected in the children's behavior and interactions. Highly recommended! *(Sep 2022)*
- **4/5** — A Great Community-Led School: As a former parent at Gargrave Church of England Primary School, I can confidently say that the school provides a warm and welcoming environment for children to thrive. The school's emphasis on community and values such as friendship and compassion is truly commendable. The only area for improvement is the occasional lack of communication from teachers to parents. Nevertheless, we would highly recommend the school to anyone seeking a nurturing and supportive educational environment. *(Jun 2021)*

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